Calculating Current Flow in a Series Circuit with Identical Bulbs

In summary, calculating current flow in a series circuit with identical bulbs involves using Ohm's law, which states that the current (I) is equal to the voltage (V) divided by the resistance (R). In a series circuit, the current is the same throughout the circuit, while the voltage is divided between each component. This means that in a circuit with identical bulbs, the current will be divided equally between each bulb. By knowing the voltage of the circuit and the resistance of one bulb, one can easily calculate the current flow in the circuit using Ohm's law.
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yuganes warman
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, 2.5 amps of current is drawn from the battery . Does that means that the total current for all of the bulbs are 2.5 amps ? and can i say , on bulb has 0.5 amps of current flow (given that the 5 bulbs are identical)? thanks in advance.
 
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yes, that would seem to be the case
 
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thanks ! :D , so can i say , one bulb has 24 ohms of resistance ?
 
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thanks again
 

1. What is electricity and how does it work?

Electricity is the flow of electric charge (usually in the form of electrons) through a conductive material. It is created when there is a difference in electric potential between two points, causing electrons to move from the higher potential to the lower potential, creating an electric current.

2. What is the difference between AC and DC current?

AC (alternating current) is when the flow of electric charge periodically reverses direction, while DC (direct current) is when the flow of electric charge is in only one direction. AC is used for power distribution, while DC is used for electronics and batteries.

3. What is the unit of measurement for electric current?

The unit of measurement for electric current is Ampere (A), named after the French physicist André-Marie Ampère. One ampere is equal to the flow of one coulomb of electric charge per second.

4. How is total current calculated in a circuit?

The total current in a circuit is calculated by adding up the individual currents in each branch of the circuit. This is known as Kirchhoff's Current Law, which states that the sum of currents entering a junction in a circuit must equal the sum of currents leaving the junction.

5. How does resistance affect total current in a circuit?

Resistance, measured in Ohms (Ω), is the opposition to the flow of electric current in a material. As resistance increases, the total current in a circuit decreases, according to Ohm's Law which states that current is directly proportional to voltage and inversely proportional to resistance.

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